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Hiroko Taniyama Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Hiroko Taniyama, who debuted in 1972 and is known for her fantastical musical style.

She has built—and steadfastly preserved—a unique musical world, yet she is also renowned for her broad popular appeal.

This is evidenced by the wide range of artists to whom she has provided songs, from idols to singers considered living legends.

It seems fair to say she has a strong ability to “translate” surreal worlds into popular forms of expression.

Hiroko Taniyama Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (21–30)

Teru’s SongTeshima Aoi / Taniyama Hiroko22rank/position

From Ghibli’s Tales from Earthsea: “Therru’s Song” [Piano Beginner · Easy]
Teru's SongTeshima Aoi / Taniyama Hiroko

The theme song from the film Tales from Earthsea, which begins with Aoi Teshima’s a cappella part.

Many listeners were surely captivated by the sheer beauty of her opening voice.

Built on a simple, repeating melody, it’s easy to memorize and a great piece for beginners to tackle.

Once you can play the melodic line beautifully and smoothly, you could say the piece is practically complete! After you’ve firmly mastered the right hand, start adding the left-hand bass notes.

SAKANA-GIRLTaniyama Hiroko23rank/position

SAKANA-GIRL by the female singer-songwriter Hiroko Taniyama.

The lyrics and music are by Taniyama herself, and the song unfolds under the premise that the narrator is the reincarnation of someone who loved fish.

The voice that speaks in time with the steady rhythm is a little unsettling, isn’t it? Yet in truth, she wants you to look at her, to speak to her, and to answer her—but since that’s impossible for a fish, she’ll at least eat it… Perhaps that’s a kind of love, a form of closure.

There’s a hint of resentment as well, but if someone has died, is eating the fish the best thing to do…?